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Details of Musandam International Diving Festival UnveiledKhasab, 9 Jul (ONA) — The Musandam Governor’s Office unveiled details today at a press conference in Khasab for the inaugural “Musandam International Diving Festival", set to take place during 25-28 August 2025.The event aims to promote eco-tourism and marine tourism in the governorate through a sustainable gathering that will attract divers, tourists, and investors from various world countries.The festival will feature a range of activities and competitions across Khasab, with additional events in Kumzar and Dibba. They include: ...

“Our Safe Home" Initiative Launched in Musandam Khasab, 8 Jul (ONA) — The Ministry of Social Development in Musandam Governorate today launched the "Our Safe Home" initiative under the patronage of Sheikh Dr. Saif Mohammed Al Ghaithi, Wali of Bukha. The program aims to strengthen family stability and cohesion while raising awareness about raising children in an environment of mutual understanding and respect. The event featured three working papers, as Dr. Yousef Abdullah Al Shihi presented a paper on premarital counseling and building strong marital ...

Largest Graffiti Mural Launched in Musandam Khasab, 2 Jul (ONA) —— A massive artistic mural—the largest of its kind in Oman and among the most prominent in the Gulf region—was inaugurated in Musandam Governorate. Spanning a striking mountain facade at the governorate’s entrance, the contemporary graffiti-style artwork reflects the spirit and unique maritime identity of the region, blending art with the local environment. The event was held under the patronage of Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam. The mural, created by Omani artist Abdulaziz ...

Musandam Governorate Holds Meeting to Boost Exports, Imports and LogisticsKhasab, 18 Jun (ONA) — Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam chaired a meeting today with government officials, private sector representatives, specialists, and members of the municipal council to discuss ways to enhance export and import activities through the governorate's official ports, particularly Khasab Port, which serves as a vital hub for economic development in the region. The meeting comes as part of broader efforts to maximize the benefits of Musandam's strategic location and logistical ...

UTAS Branch in Musandam Contributes to Balanced DevelopmentKhasab, 18 Jun (ONA) — The establishment of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) in Musandam Governorate is a strategic project with economic, scientific, tourism, and social dimensions. It forms part of the comprehensive development and urban strategy to advance the governorate, aligning with the "Oman Vision 2040".The project is expected to contribute to balanced development across Oman’s governorates, attract investment in projects and services, and enhance the governorate’s economic system, including ...

Hazardous Materials Response Team Convenes in Musandam to Enhance Emergency PreparednessMusandam, 17 Jun (ONA) —— The Hazardous Materials Incident Response Team at the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority held a coordination meeting in Musandam Governorate under the chairmanship of Maj.Gen Sulaiman Ali Al-Husseini, Chairman of the Authority, with participation from representatives of relevant government entities.The meeting comes within the context of the ongoing national efforts to strengthen emergency preparedness and response capabilities for hazardous materials incidents. ...

Agreement Signed in Musandam for Establishing First Stage of Shipbuilding, Maintenance ProjectMusandam, 3 Jun (ONA) --- Musandam Global Investment company and its Turkish business partners today signed an agreement to establish Musandam Drydock and Marine Industries Company. The agreement deals with launching a strategic project in Musandam Governorate, with an investment cost of more than RO 5 million in its first phase, to provide a set of vital services like construction and maintenance of fish farming cages, coastal and commercial fishing vessels, marine tugs, service vessels ...

50 Percent Completion Achieved in Telegraph Island Development Project in MusandamKhasab, 28 May (ONA) — The development project of the historical Telegraph Island (Al-Maqlab) in Musandam Governorate has reached 50% completion. The project aligns with the governorate's efforts to achieve comprehensive economic development and enhance sustainable tourism initiatives. Eng. Ahmed Mohammed Al Shehi, Director of the Projects Department at Musandam Municipality, stated that the Telegraph Island development project is based on several strategic objectives, including: reviving the site's historical ...

Workshop to Enhance the Strategic Vision of Musandam GovernorateKhasab, 26 May (ONA) — A workshop titled "Identifying Strategic Risks in Musandam Governorate" was held today in the Wilayat of Khasab, aimed at strengthening the governorate’s strategic vision and supporting its developmental goals through efficient and effective risk management. The workshop covered several key themes, including an introduction to strategic risks and their significance, where fundamental concepts and their role in long-term planning were discussed.It also featured a phase dedicated to identifying strategic ...

Musandam Municipal Council Reviews Investment Projects Khasab, 26 May (ONA) —— The Municipal Council of Musandam Governorate, in its meeting today, reviewed a request for the allocation of government land under usufruct rights to establish a commercial and recreational project, as well as the allocation of future investment lands for food security in the governorate. During the meeting, chaired by Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam, Chairman of the Municipal Council, the council discussed a proposal to enhance investment activities for mountain ...

Agreements Signed to Develop Coastal Villages in Musandam Khasab, 26 May (ONA) --- Musandam Governorate today signed agreements with two private sector companies (Emaar Al Shamal Construction Company (ESC) and Sarooh Gulf Company) to implement development projects in 15 coastal villages in the wilayats of Khasab and Dibba. The projects include the construction of embankments for protection against floods, walkways, parks and community seating areas in key locations. The projects seek to enhance the quality of life for the local community. They also reflect Musandam ...

Completion Rate of New Khasab Hospital Exceeds 85 PercentKhasab, 21 May (ONA) —— The overall completion rate of the new Khasab Hospital in Musandam Governorate has surpassed 85%. The project is being constructed on a 100,000-square-meter plot, with a built-up area of 36,000 square meters and a total cost exceeding RO 48 million.With a capacity of 164 beds, the hospital will enhance healthcare services in the governorate.Eng. Yousef Yaqoob Amboali, Director General of Projects and Engineering Services at the Ministry of Health, stated that the new Khasab Hospital in Musandam Governorate is ...

Musandam Governorate Hosts the "All of Oman" Initiative Khasab, 19 May (ONA) —— The activities of the "All of Oman" project were launched today in the Wilayat of Khasab, marking its tenth stop in a series of field meetings organized by the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up Unit. The event was held under the patronage of Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam, with broad participation from representatives of government and private sectors. This initiative aims to strengthen partnerships with governorates and empower them to formulate ...

Seminar in Musandam Highlights Fundamentals of Using Social Media Bukha, 29 Apr (ONA) —— The Directorate General of Education in Musandam Governorate today organized a seminar titled “Media and the Law" in the Wilayat of Bukha. The event featured four working papers addressing the fundamentals of social media use within legal frameworks, the consequences of misuse, an introduction to key programs and modern technologies for editing images before publication, and the principles of posting on social media platforms to maximize audience reach. The workshop also honored media ...

Seminar in Musandam Highlights Fundamentals of Using Social Media Bukha, 29 Apr (ONA) —— The Directorate General of Education in Musandam Governorate today organized a seminar titled “Media and the Law" in the Wilayat of Bukha. The event featured four working papers addressing the fundamentals of social media use within legal frameworks, the consequences of misuse, an introduction to key programs and modern technologies for editing images before publication, and the principles of posting on social media platforms to maximize audience reach. The workshop also honored media ...

Musandam Municipal Council Discusses Service Projects Khasab, 29 Apr (ONA) —— The Municipal Council in Musandam Governorate reviewed a proposal to allocate an investment plot for a veterinary quarantine project in the Wilayat of Dibba, as well as the establishment of bicycle lanes alongside the dual carriageway in Dibba. During its meeting today, chaired by Ahmed Mohammed Al Kamzari, Deputy Chairman of the Municipal Council, the council also discussed a request to alter the route of the road leading to the Al-Saybah and Bani Sand areas (from the Al-Nahda entrance) ...

Third Musandam Carnival Kicks Off on “Hil Beach” in Bukha Bukha, 23 Apr (ONA) --- The 3rd Musandam Carnival kicked off today at Hil Tourist Beach in the Wilayat of Bukha, Musandam Governorate. The 5-day carnival is organised by Musandam Governorate in cooperation with government establishments and private enterprises. The carnival constitutes part of ongoing entertainment activities of Musandam Winter Season. The ceremony, held under the auspices of HH Sayyid Nawaf Barghash Al Said, included operettas and competitions. Abdullah Ahmed Al Shehhi, Assistant Head of the ...

Bryde's Whale Spotted in Musandam for First Time Musandam, 22 Apr (ONA) --- The Environment Authority has recorded its first-ever sighting of a Bryde's whale in Musandam Governorate since the launch of the Marine Mammal Species Survey Project in 2023. The survey project has continued through five different phases. Aida Khalaf Al Jabri, the project head, stated that this sighting marks a significant step in understanding the distribution of rare or previously undocumented marine species in Musandam, emphasizing the importance of ongoing environmental surveys to protect ...

International Media Delegation Visits Musandam, Views its Natural, Cultural Landmarks Musandam, 19 Feb (ONA) --- The Ministry of Information has organized a 4-day tour of Musandam Governorate for 26 media professionals representing 16 media organizations from 10 countries to highlight the governorate’s cultural, historical and natural diversity. Musandam tour, which lasts from 17 to 20 February, constitutes part of a media programme to document the Sultanate of Oman’s civilizational and historical landmarks and the country’s economic and social development. Acting in ...

Musandam Sector Command Marks SAF Day Khasab, 11 Dec (ONA) ---- Musandam Sector Command at the Royal Army of Oman (RAO) today marked the Sultan’s Armed Forces (SAF) Day, which falls on 11 December every year. A ceremony marking this occasion was held at the headquarters of Musandam Sector Command under the auspices of Maj. GenHamid Ahmed Sakroon, Chairman of the Academy for Strategic and Defence Studies. During the ceremony, the chief guest pinned long-service and good conduct medals on some personnel of Musandam Sector Command in appreciation to their sincere efforts ...

Musandam Municipal Council Reviews Services in the Governorate Khasab, 29 Oct (ONA) --- The Municipal Council of Musandam today held its 8th meeting for 2024. It discussed several topics related to services in the governorate. The meeting was chaired by Ahmed Mohammed Al Kamzari, Deputy Chairman of the Council. --- Ends/AG ...

Fourth Phase of Marine Mammal Survey Kicks Off in Musandam Governorate Khasab, 22 Oct (ONA) --- The fourth phase of the marine mammal survey project kicked off today in the Wilayat of Khasab today, Musandam Governorate. Being implemented by the Environment Authority in cooperation with relevant government departments, the project will continue until 31 October 2024. The project seeks to develop a comprehensive database of marine mammals at the National Nature Park in Musandam, including the compilaton of a distribution chart of species within the reserve. --- Ends/Bishara ...

Khasab Governorate Braces for Winter Season Khasab, 1 Oct (ONA) --- The Governorate of Musandam, simultaneously with other governorates, is bracing to receive visitors for the winter season which will be from November 2024 to April 2025. Musandam governorate gains the interest of visitors from all over the world due to its unique archeological, tourist and natural attractions. Visitors can enjoy marine and land sports, adventure tourism, mountain climbing, discovering caves, beaches and marine locations that are suitable for rowing and diving. The Ministry of Heritage and ...

Socotra Cormorants Use Musandam Governorate as Feeding StationKhasab, 25 Aug (ONA) --- Musandam Governorate serves as one of the most prominent seasonal stations for the Socotra cormorant, locally called (Lawwah), a bird belonging to the threatened cormorants that are endemic to the Arabian Gulf, the south-eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula and Socotra Island in Yemen.Socotra cormorant often migrates to the west, as far as the Red Sea coast, and breeds in the Socotra Islands in the Indian Ocean.Eng. Noora Abdullah Al Shehhi, Head of the Environment Conservation Section ...

Mahas Industrial City Attracts Investments Worth More Than RO 41.9 Million Khasab, 14 Aug (ONA) --- The volume of investment at Mahas Industrial City in the Wilayat of Khasab, Governorate of Musandam, during the first half of 2024 stood at more than RO 41.9 million, posting an increase of 2.05 percent compared to investments in the city during the corresponding period last year. The rate of business in the city was augmented through the localization of projects in various sectors, including electrical industries, warehouses and logistics, engineering and technical services. More ...

Musandam Governorate Signs Agreements for Social, Development Projects Khasab, 3 Jul (ONA) --- Musandam Governor’s Office today signed a number of agreements to establish and develop several social and development projects in the governorate. The agreements were signed with Eshraqa, a leading development institution in social responsibility activities. Further, the projects will cover the fields of education, health, sports and social development. The signing ceremony was held under the auspices of Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam. --- Ends/AG ...

Musandam Governorate Launches Electronic Customer Services Khasab, 12 Jun (ONA) --- Musandam Governorate today launched a digitized version of customer service through the governorate’s electronic portal. The service constitutes the first step in electronic transition espoused by the governorate to keep pace with the ongoing development in government services. Besides providing efficient and accurate services, the portal will enable the customers to complete their transactions online and save their time and effort. Mubarak Ali Al Rahbi, Head of Musandam Governor’s Office, ...

HM The Sultan’s Visit to Enhance Musandam’s Economic Growth: GovernorKhasab, 14 Jan (ONA) --- Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam, has said that the Royal tour of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to the Musandam Governorate will give a strong boost to the development march in the Governorate.Sayyid Ibrahim pointed out that the Royal visit, the first of its kind to the governorate since His Majesty the Sultan assumed the reins of leadership in Oman, was aimed at providing a closer look at the projects being implemented in economic and developmental fields. His ...

Musandam Sector Command Marks SAF Day Khasab, 11 Dec (ONA) ---- Musandam Sector Command at the Royal Army of Oman (RAO) today marked the Sultan’s Armed Forces (SAF) Day, which falls on 11 December every year. A ceremony to celebrate this occasion was held at the headquarters of Musandam Sector Command under the patronage of Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam. During the ceremony, the chief guest pinned long-service and good conduct medals on some personnel of Musandam Sector Command in appreciation to their sincere efforts and dedication in carrying ...

Port of Khasab Receives a Cruise Ship Khasab, 15 Nov (ONA) --- The Port of Khasab today received a cruise ship with 2,790 tourists on its board. The tourists come from various parts of the word. The tourist programmes of the cruise ship which arrived from Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) included tours to tourist attractions and historical sites renowned in the Governorate of Musandam. The Sultanate of Oman annually witnesses visits of many cruise ships, due to its sea location overlooking the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea and the Sea of Oman. ---Ends/Anas ...